The Living Well Podcast

Public health is everyone’s business, focused on creating conditions where people can live their healthiest lives. In this episode of The Living Well Podcast , hosts Tim Howells and Zakra Yasin lift the lid on what public health is, why it matters, and how it works to make a difference in the Bradford district. They are joined by: Craig Blundred , Director of Public Health for Bradford District. T...

Nearly a quarter of Bradford’s population is under 18 — yet too often, decisions about services, policies and communities are made without young people’s voices being heard . In this episode of The Living Well Podcast , hosts Tim Howells and Zakra Yasin explore why youth voice and co-production are essential to good public health and better decision-making. They are joined by: Anisia , a Bradford...

The journey to lifelong health starts before we are born. In this opening episode of The Living Well Podcast, hosts Zakra Yasin and Tim Howells focus on one of the most important — and most overlooked — areas of public health: babies and the first 1001 days of life, from pregnancy to a child’s second birthday. They are joined by Dr Matthew Price, Director of Research and Grants at the 1001 Critica...

The food we eat is a golden thread that influences every part of our health and wellbeing. Yet, one in four people in Bradford experience food insecurity, and environmental factors like "food deserts" and "food swamps" make healthy choices challenging. In this episode of The Living Well Podcast, hosts Tim Howells and Zakra Yasin look at food insecurity and the systemic challeng...

Smoking is the number one cause of preventable death in Bradford, yet the journey to a smoke-free life is complex and challenging. In this episode of The Living Well Podcast, hosts Tim Howells and Zakra Yasin explore the reality of quitting and the critical support available for those ready to start their journey. They are joined by Rose Dunlop, Consultant in Public Health in Bradford, who shares...

Obesity is a complex, sensitive topic, deeply connected to public health issues far beyond diet and exercise. In this episode of The Living Well Podcast , hosts Tim Howells and Zakra Yasin explore the depth of this issue in Bradford, from the financial costs to the profound impact of social factors. They are joined by: Colette Braun , Senior Head of Living Well at the West Yorkshire NHS Integrated...